Float Medical Assistant- Mercy Primary Care Clayton/Clarkson & Surrounding Clinics

Mercy; Ballwin (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement matching plan

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Primary Care Patient Care Lead MA to collaborate with Mercy Primary Care Providers, delivering safe, timely, and patient-centered care in an outpatient setting. You will partner with patients and the care team to drive quality outcomes in alignment with Mercy Service Standards.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, MA Clinic Academy training, and Advanced Medical Assistant competency; BLS certification; and at least two years of MA experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• New hire must attend MA Clinic Academy training.
• All competency completed for Advanced Medical Assistant.

Skills

Quality metrics champion

Communication skills

EHR proficiency

Multitasking

Outpatient care

Patient-centered care

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Under the direction of the primary care operations team, the Primary Care Patient Care Lead MA works directly with Mercy Primary Care Providers to provide safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, patient-centered care in a systematic way. The Primary Care Patient Care Lead MA will partner with patients, providers, and other members of the clinical care team to drive quality outcomes for all patients. Duties and responsibilities will be performed in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• New hire must attend MA Clinic Academy training.
• All competency completed for Advanced Medical Assistant.

Find your calling at Mercy!

Under the direction of the primary care operations team, the Primary Care Patient Care Lead MA works directly with Mercy Primary Care Providers to provide safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, patient-centered care in a systematic way. The Primary Care Patient Care Lead MA will partner with patients, providers, and other members of the clinical care team to drive quality outcomes for all patients. Duties and responsibilities will be performed in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equalit the.
• New hire must attend MA Clinic Academy training.
• All competency completed for Advanced Medical Assistant.

Certification(s)

BLS (Basic Life Support)

Preferred Qualifications

Education

Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Experience

Caregiver has previous documented Medical Assistant experience of at least two years.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Quality Performance Metrics Champion-anticipates patterns and links to issues and looks beyond immediate problem to the wider implications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with EHR systems and clinical documentation.
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Knowledge of common outpatient procedures and equipment.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional growth.
• Demonstrates knowledge of varying differences and behaviors among populations served.

Work Environment

• Outpatient clinical setting with frequent patient interaction.
• Requires standing, walking, lifting, and use of clinical equipment.
• Potential exposure to infectious materials; PPE provided.

Physical Requirements

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Why Mercy?

• From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.